60270 Removal of thyroid
Also known as: total thyroidectomy, thyroid lobectomy with isthmusectomy, complete thyroid removal
Total or near-total thyroidectomy, typically performed for malignancy or diffuse thyroid disease, removing the entire thyroid gland with preservation of parathyroid glands when possible.
Clinical Context
Used for differentiated thyroid cancer, Graves' disease refractory to medical therapy, and extensive goiter. Requires radioactive iodine therapy and lifelong thyroid hormone replacement in cancer cases.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.62 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.48 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.69 |
| Total RVU | 36.79 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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